A Mindful Life

We discourage Stella from settling on Claire’s play quilts (a pathetic attempt to reduce cat hair, ha!). But of course, Stella must assert herself — only so far. It’s rather sweet.
Also, I’m showing off. Go see this photo and this photo.

Fran wrote about trying to shift her attitude about the upcoming holiday season toward one of more cheer and simplicity.
I am also experiencing a shift. Usually I decorate a lot, and you would think with a child I would want to do so even more. However, the idea this year infuses me with anxiety. [...]

Last day! I did it!

The Advent Of Enlightenment

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When Life Hands You Lemons

…when I wish my husband would come striding through the door. Claire is tired, grumpy, sick of sleeping (in her swing, crib, wherever). She’s not hungry. Her “bedtime” is around 6:30-7:00, but until then she fusses. The volume isn’t at the top yet (yes, she does go to 11) — right now it’s grousing and [...]

I Found Me In A Gloomy Wood

Why has it been so hard to give something away? (I suppose it’s the requirement of reciprocity or “paying forward” that is the obstacle. But the requirement need not be daunting.)
There is one more space for a participant in the giving meme I posted some days ago. Here it is again:
By the end of the [...]

Life Is A Highway

For two reasons:
1) I cooked. I roasted a chicken, made couscous, cooked broccoli. That’s an accomplishment.
2) Claire laughed for the first time — tonight! Husband was the recipient of the first one. He called me over and continued to tickle her and make funny noises, and she laughed again. And again. It was priceless.